share this article
2.4k shares
Robbie Lawler ended his career in perfect fashion when he brutally KOed Nico Price at UFC 290 on Saturday.
Former UFC Welterweight Champion Lawler (MMA 30-16, UFC 15-10) beat Nico Price (MMA 15-7, UFC 7-7) just 38 seconds into the high-profile qualifier at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Lost) was put to sleep and ended. His legendary 22-year career at the top of the mountain.
The MMA community applauded ‘Ruthless’ after his victory in an emotional and memorable scene. Check out the top Twitter reactions to his retirement below.
* * * *
John Morgan
The final qualifying match is now #UFC290 New UFC Hall of Famer Robbie Lawler takes the final walk to face Nico Price.
Price 🎵: “Glory to God” by KJ-52
Lawler 🎵: ‘Promentory’ by Trevor Jones pic.twitter.com/rn97zQ7yuX
— John Morgan (@JohnMorgan_MMA) July 9, 2023
Stephen Thompson
I like Nico, but I really, really hope Robbie gets a W here! I have the utmost love and respect for Robbie and his contributions to the sport. #Legend #UFC290
— “Wonderboy” Thompson (@WonderboyMMA) July 9, 2023
Mike Bourne
Robbie Lawler is the last fighter on the UFC roster to have multiple fights with PRIDE. We are now witnessing the very end of an era. #UFC290
— Mike Bohn (@MikeBohn) July 9, 2023
Casey O’Neal
The iconic ruthless Robbie Lawler #ufc290
— Casey O’Neal (@kingcaseymma) July 9, 2023
Belal Muhammad
Wow, the only way for Robbie to go out… Violent!!!
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) July 9, 2023
Terrence McKinney
Let’s Go Roller, I hope you win, it was fun watching your career 🙏🙏🙏
— Terrence McKinney (@twrecks155) July 9, 2023
Marlon Bella
That’s how I ended my career
—CH🖕🏽TO🇪🇨VERA (@chitoveraUFC) July 9, 2023
Dustin Poirier
oh! Ruthless bastard! ! !
— Diamond (@DustinPoirier) July 9, 2023
Dan Henderson
For Robbie, it’s good to call it a winning career. 👊
— Dan Henderson (@danhendo) July 9, 2023
Eve Edwards
Robbie Lawler has always been one of the most down-to-earth figures. Love him!
— Thugjitsu Master (@thugjitsumaster) July 9, 2023
UFC
Welterweight Most Knockouts – @UFC history
13 – Matt Brown
08 – Thiago Alves
08 – Li Jingliang
08 – Vicente Luque
07 – Robbie Lawler (@Ruthless_RL)all #UFC290 Match results⤵️
— UFC News (@UFCNews) July 9, 2023
Kenny Florian
That Robbie Lawler Highlight Says Goodbye From The Movie @UFC It was nothing short of special. 👏👏👏
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) July 9, 2023
Ariel Helwani
Nothing could be more perfect. From finishing to packaging. Bravo to all. It was really nice to be able to do all the work up front as Laura announced in advance that this was the end (it didn’t matter that we finished early either).
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) July 9, 2023
Be sure to visit the MMA Junkie Instagram page and YouTube channel to discuss this and other content with mixed martial arts fans.
